Midway is an unincorporated community in Boone County,

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, United States.

History

Midway was so named because of its position midway between

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and

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. A post office called Midway was established in 1869, and remained in operation until 1908. Today, Midway is home to several companies and businesses, including MidwayUSA, Midway Travel Plaza, and Spirit of '76 Fireworks. The

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district also operates an elementary school for the area, named Midway Heights Elementary.

References

Unincorporated communities in Boone County, Missouri Unincorporated communities in Missouri {{BooneCountyMO-geo-stub